Japan’s Self-Defense Forces (SDF) are reportedly exploring the possibility of utilizing Starlink, the satellite communications network developed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, according to the Yomiuri newspaper, reports Bloomberg. Since March, the SDF has been evaluating the effectiveness of the US company’s network for their land, sea, and air force operations. The organization is now contemplating […]
In a Twitter Spaces discussion on Saturday, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk revealed that his team requires approximately six more weeks to incorporate a multitude of changes to their Super Heavy/Starship rocket and the Texas launch pad. This comes before the company’s second attempt to reach orbit after the maiden launch on April 20, which saw […]
Matt Mikka, a YouTuber known for his engineering-focused channel Warped Perception, claims to have created a Tesla hybrid that can travel more than 1,000 miles without needing to charge. Mikka’s innovative solution to the inconvenience of charging electric cars involves integrating a diesel engine into a Tesla Model S. In his latest video, Mikka unveiled […]
Con Edison, New York City’s major energy company, is all set to launch the city’s largest battery system. This comes just in time for the summer season when the demand for electricity is high due to the use of air conditioners and fans. The battery system is located in a substation in the Fox Hills […]
In a recent bid to promote the electrification of highways using federal funds, Washington state is planning to make it mandatory for electric vehicle (EV) charging companies to incorporate Tesla’s plug into their offerings, a state official revealed on Thursday, according to Reuters. This initiative comes in the wake of a similar move by Texas, […]
The first deliveries of Tesla’s Cybertruck are possibly slated for Q3, as a delivery event is likely to take place according to CEO Elon Musk. Now, we’re seeing more evidence Cybertruck production might be near or has started. Aside from seeing camouflage-wrapped Cybertrucks spotted on the roads in California, today we are seeing some video […]
Tesla has announced a safety recall for select 2023 Model Y and Model 3 vehicles, following the discovery of a potential defect in the pyrotechnic battery disconnect. The recall, numbered 23V-434 and submitted in accordance with 49 CFR §573, was announced on June 19, 2023, reports Autoevolution. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect is designed to isolate […]
In an unexpected turn of events, Tesla has waived a $6,845 CAD ($5,200 USD) bill for collision damage that occurred during a test drive by a couple from Orillia, Ontario in Canada. Rick Garel and Bisa Mitrovski, who now own a new Tesla Model 3, were involved in a hit-and-run incident during one of their […]
Seaspan has announced its partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink, marking a pivotal moment in the maritime industry. This partnership underscores the growing importance of online communication on ships, which is vital for the safety, efficiency, and well-being of the vessels and their crews. Onboard communication is instrumental in enhancing situational awareness, enabling timely decision-making, and significantly […]
Veteran investor Ron Baron predicts a promising future for Tesla, with its shares soaring to $500 by 2025 and a striking $1,500 by 2030, marking an 89% increase from present levels and an astounding 467% increase from Thursday’s close, respectively. Baron, Chairman and CEO of Baron Capital, cited Tesla’s significant potential for growth in the […]
It’s no secret Tesla is working on a refresh for its Model 3, codenamed ‘Highland’, expected to bring a host of upgrades and improvements. As for what’s exactly coming? @Teslascope, a third-party companion software for Tesla vehicles, claims that the refresh will be the most extensive for any existing model in Tesla’s history. Here are […]
Hyundai Motor Company, in its 2023 CEO Investor Day earlier this week, shed light on its plans to expedite its transition into electrification and to become a leading provider of smart mobility solutions. The plans are based on its innovative new strategy, dubbed the ‘Hyundai Motor Way’. The ‘Hyundai Motor Way’ will be powered by […]
Tesla is set to buy a major share in Freiburg-based start-up Wiferion, known for its innovative wireless charging systems for industrial applications. The High-Tech Gründerfonds, a federal initiative to boost start-ups, is among the largest shareholders with a 13.55 percent stake, and is ready to finalize the sale, reports Gründerszene (via Teslamag.de). The proposed sale […]
Tesla announced it is building foundation models for autonomous robots, made today via its new Twitter account ‘Tesla AI’ (@Tesla_AI). The company’s multi-modal neural networks, which are already in customer vehicles, take in various modalities such as camera videos, maps, navigation, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), and GPS, etc. Tasks such as Occupancy prediction, which predict […]
Tesla recently told Canadian customers their new Model Y vehicles would soon be coming from Giga Shanghai in China, instead of its Fremont factory in California. The change is likely due to Tesla reallocating Fremont supply to the U.S., so these vehicles can benefit from the current $7,500 federal tax credit. Canadian Nic Cruz Patane […]
